Convert to use full POE for Security Cameras outside

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Convert to use full POE for Security Cameras outside #30

Open CCOSTAN opened 7 years ago

CCOSTAN commented 7 years ago

Final Hardware config:

1 x Ubiquiti UAP-AC-LITE AP - http://amzn.to/2H1U1FP - $85
4 x FOSCAM Outdoor Security Camera 1080P WiFi - http://amzn.to/2ExKrMe - $360
2 x 4TB drives - http://amzn.to/2G3iBEF - $260
1 x Synology 2 Bay NVR NVR1218 - http://amzn.to/2Cam428 - $250

skalavala commented 7 years ago

I just got Hikvision cameras (http://amzn.to/2f8qIYI) and they work great... @arsaboo also had the same make and model... I also got a managed PoE Tough Switch (http://amzn.to/2uOJxSX) along with 500ft Cat5e cable. Works wonders :)

CCOSTAN commented 7 years ago

Can you post a still from the camera? I'm curious @skalavala

CCOSTAN commented 7 years ago

hikvision 2.8mm camera @dale3h

https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/330944238910963714/342329443060285440/driveway-cam.jpg?width=960&height=543

arsaboo commented 7 years ago

I would not use a 2.8mm for home. It is good to see a wide angle view, but subjects appear further away and the image is less useful for any kind of recognition, e.g., ALPR or face. I would stick with 4mm or 6mm.

arsaboo commented 7 years ago

Here's a picture from my 4mm camera 192 168 2 94_01_2017080213425949

DanielGalle commented 7 years ago

I have Blink camera's installed inside and outside of the house. They work great as well!

CCOSTAN commented 7 years ago

I think I decided to go with the ARLO system. Wireless plus they have plenty of AC wire accessories since I have power near MOST eaves. http://amzn.to/2fDEbb4 - AC Charger

http://amzn.to/2vA28nx - 5 Camera system with Siren Alarm

7 Days / 5 Camera free cloud storage. That's Huge!

Black skins if I want them - http://amzn.to/2uT4ImD